Food
New England Soft Molasses Cookies
Yield
3 dozen cookies
Ingredients
1 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1 cup molasses
1/2 cup coffee
2-1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Mix ingredients in order, using as much flour as you want to adjust the thickness of the cookie. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto a baking sheet. Bake for 5 to 8 minutes. (Optional: Add 1/2 cup dates, raisins, or nuts.)



